We all know it's a good idea to start saving money when we're young, but in what other ways should we be making the most of our youth? Robert Farrington answers this question as he explores this concept of 'front loading' our lives and encourages young people to capitalize on the energy, capacity, and ability to risk-take when we're younger in order to experience greater financial freedoms and benefits later in life. Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/lis...
Aug 09, 2019•43 min•Ep. 68
Housing is one of our biggest expenses in life, and oftentimes we’re not asking the right questions to determine the best and most affordable living solutions! There are great arguments on both sides for renting vs. buying and we explore it all to help you determine what’s right for you! In this episode we’re taking a look at the factors to consider when buying, the benefits of renting, whether we should be focused on paying off debt or investing, and a few alternative housing ideas! Click here ...
Aug 02, 2019•48 min•Ep. 67
It's that time of year again! Dreaded for students, anticipated for parents; but something we can all rally behind is not wanting to overspend on back to school supplies! It seems the lists get longer and longer each year, so we’re talking about how we can send kids back to school prepared without breaking the bank. And to top it off we have Allison from Inspired Budget co-hosting the show and giving her expert knowledge as a personal finance writer AND a fellow teacher! Don’t miss it! Clic...
Jul 26, 2019•42 min•Ep. 66
This one is a long time in the making, but we are delighted to have Chris Browning from the Popcorn Finance podcast on the show! Chris has a lot of great insight when it comes to personal finance and becoming debt-free, and we admire him even more for sharing with us how he and his wife paid off $27K of credit card debt! We talk a lot about paying off student loan debt on the show, so we're excited to bring some hope to our fellow frugal friends who are facing this sort of debt and provide ...
Jul 19, 2019•47 min•Ep. 65
There are many budgeting techniques out there but today we're taking a look at the envelope system. It's an extra special episode as we have THE Allison Baggerly from Inspired Budget acting as co-host while Jen is on maternity leave! Allison and her family have actually used the envelope system for years and she brings a helpful perspective to this topic! Many of us have 'cut our teeth' in budgeting by using the envelope system and still more have fallen off the wagon - but l...
Jul 12, 2019•50 min•Ep. 64
Setting and achieving financial goals is all fun and games, but what about if your spouse is not on board? Embracing frugality, much like minimalism, can't be forced on others - but there are ways to negotiate and become unified on this journey toward financial freedom! Join us as we look at some basic tips to help open the lines of communication and seek common ground regarding finances and important money decisions! Sponsors: : We love and use Rkuten all the time so we wanted to give them...
Jul 05, 2019•37 min•Ep. 63
Many of us have never considered approaching this topic of finances with our parents, and for those who have, it can still make us want to run for the hills! It's the second most potentially awkward and dreaded conversation right next to 'the talk' you received as an adolescent, but no less important! Thankfully, we have Cameron Huddleston, personal finance expert + author, on the show to discuss how to have these crucial conversations and the importance of opening this dialogue b...
Jun 28, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 62
Now that we've de-cluttered and minimized our homes, it's time to simplify our digital lives! Beyond deleting files from your computer, we also talk about being more mindful about how we are spending our time and money online. Mindless technology use can lead to mindless spending so let's talk digital minimalism! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 21, 2019•53 min•Ep. 61
School's out, sun's out…now what? If you're like us summertime means a lot more get-togethers, vacations, day trips, and activities - but how do we make the most of summer without blowing our budgets? On this episode, we talk all about frugal ways to enjoy the summer along with some of the pitfalls and misguided tips for saving money during this season. Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 14, 2019•43 min•Ep. 60
We know minimalism and simplicity have great benefits for our lives, but knowing where to start or how to achieve this lifestyle can be daunting! Thankfully Courtney Carver, author of Soulful Simplicity and creator of the minimalist fashion challenge #Project333 breaks it down for us on this episode! Courtney shares her own minimalist journey and offers a great way to approach simplicity with your wardrobe! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 07, 2019•45 min•Ep. 59
It’s important to have friends - especially when setting and reaching goals. Our friends can either support us or derail us, and while we would never advocate kicking anyone to the curb - we will give tips on how to surround yourself with a community that will assist you on this frugal journey! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 31, 2019•36 min•Ep. 58
Believe it or not, SOMETIMES the most frugal option is the more expensive option! Today we talk about the areas where it's worth spending more because of the savings it could provide in the long run. We also discuss some common frugal tips that are misleading at best, and usually not worth following! Click here for full show notes ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 24, 2019•46 min•Ep. 57
Saving for kids' college is an admirable goal, but can sound overwhelming and expensive! On this episode, Abby Chao from College Backer talks candidly about why to save, when to save, how much to save, and where to save! Whether you have no kids, young kids, or even kids already in college Abby offers great tips and hope that it's never to late to save for college! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 17, 2019•42 min•Ep. 56
We’ve all been there - whether in our financial journey or other life circumstances - we reach a point of low motivation or down-right discouragement and we want to just give up! In this episode we talk about this very real feeling and some practical ways to overcome this barrier, regain willpower, and press forward! Whether you’ve been there, or are there right now this one’s pivotal to consider in our frugal lifestyles! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
May 10, 2019•47 min•Ep. 55
Having a hobby is crucial to the frugal lifestyle - it can provide rest, encourage creative, foster community, keep us from wasting our time + money on less important activities and so much more! BUT hobbies can also be expensive! On this episode we discuss how to enjoy a hobby with breaking the bank, and how to find a frugal hobby if you are still clueless in this domain! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 03, 2019•50 min•Ep. 54
Paying off debt is a big (and worthwhile) goal, but what can be done when we have other financial goals we want to be pursuing as well? On this episode, we talk with Erin Lowry from Broke Millennial about what it can look like to balance paying down debt while also investing. There's a lot to consider in this topic, but we’re excited to pick Erin’s brain and share her insight here! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 26, 2019•45 min•Ep. 53
We have been your Frugal Friends for one whole year now (ahh!) and what better way to celebrate than to talk about YARD SALES!? It’s one of our favorite topics AND activities, and today we’re talking about how to make the most of your ‘yard-saling’ (that’s right we made it a verb) experience! Whether you are going to yard sales, or hosting a yard sale, we’ve got some good tips for you! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 19, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 52
Homesteading is becoming more and more appealing , especially in the world of frugality, but what can be done for those of us who don’t sit on property or don’t plan to invest in land? Have no fear! Homesteading is not just about having a vegetable garden, it’s also a way of life with many practices that can be incorporated even into tiny or urban living situations! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 12, 2019•49 min•Ep. 51
Student loan forgiveness - we’ve all heard about it, but is it real?! In this episode, we chat with Travis Hornsby from Student Loan Planner about all things student loan forgiveness, plus some tips we are sure you have never heard of before! We shared some laughs and received invaluable tips and knowledge on this very important, and sometimes overwhelming topic! Have a listen! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 05, 2019•59 min•Ep. 50
It's one of the most important days of your life, but that doesn't mean you have to spend your (or your parents!) entire life savings! We're following up our Part 1 episode on ceremonies (ep. 6) with what you need to know to plan a killer reception and honeymoon without emptying that bank account, or worse, collecting debt! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 29, 2019•51 min•Ep. 49
Frugality pairs nicely with many things, including environmental friendliness! Practicing good stewardship of resources is something us frugal folks have been doing for ages. Whether going 'green' is something you strive for or not, today we dive into how being frugal has some great environmental perks and why us frugal people can feel even more assured in our lifestyle. Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 22, 2019•49 min•Ep. 48
We know the benefits of minimalism and how it fits so nicely into a frugal lifestyle, but can minimalsim be achieved in the kitchen also? Today we talk with Kristen Marr from Live Simply about how to achieve a 'capsule pantry'. From how to identify the essentials, to shopping and stocking - Kristen gives some great insight into the most important part of a home; the kitchen! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 15, 2019•51 min•Ep. 47
Warehouse clubs, the only place you can go to purchase your chicken, your wedding ring, your outdoor furniture, AND your underwear all under one roof! While it can be great to score some savings on toilet paper, today we explore the pros and cons of warehouse club shopping and how to determine if they provide the best frugal options for you! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 08, 2019•45 min•Ep. 46
Negotiating; some people love it - others hate it. Either way, it can be a great frugal skill for lowering bills, scoring deals, getting out of late fees, OR just enjoying some Saturday morning yard sales! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 01, 2019•46 min•Ep. 45
We love to have guests on the show and today is no exception! We have THE Mrs. Frugalwoods (A.K.A. Elizabeth Thames), author and blogger on everything frugal+sustainable. AND since Jen is currently pregnant, we seized the opportunity to ask Mrs. Frugalwoods about pregnancy and parenting the frugal way. Let’s just say she did not disappoint! Check it out! Click here for full show notes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 22, 2019•57 min•Ep. 44
Simple, DIY, Low-cost - these words are music to our frugal ears! We're excited to talk about how frugality can intersect with all aspects our lifestyles, including the way we clean! There's more to know about cleaning products than we ever thought - but have no fear - we've got all the do's and don'ts of DIY cleaning products you need to know! Whether you clean often or you can't remember the last time you swept your floors, there's some good stuff in this epi...
Feb 15, 2019•44 min•Ep. 43
The frugal life is not just about spending less, it is also about financial responsibility and planning well for those beautiful financial goals we know you all have! In this episode we get back to the basics, and talk about those fundamental aspects of personal finance; where you should be focusing your time, energy and resources to make the most of your life and earnings! Whether you are completely clueless on the things you 'should' know, or you need a refresher course on 'the ...
Feb 08, 2019•45 min•Ep. 42
Today we’ve got Andy Hill from the Marriage Kids & Money podcast talking with us about how he and his wife PAID OFF THEIR MORTGAGE! Lots of people consider themselves debt-free even prior to paying off their house, but not Andy! Paying off a mortgage early is quite the under-taking and requires a great deal of determination, but Andy tells us how they made it happen! Andy gives us tips on how to pay off your house and be real-deal debt-free! Listen in! Click here for full show notes! See omn...
Feb 01, 2019•51 min•Ep. 41
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Jan 25, 2019•51 min•Ep. 40
We've all seen them on TV - holding up the line, filling their carts, handing over coupons, and walking out of the store having only spent .10 cents! While there is some reality to the crazy deals people can get through extreme couponing - today we'll take a tempered approach and see what us frugal folk can glean from this practice. Join us as we talk about what's worth couponing and what we should leave for TV entertainment. A.K.A. couponing for 'normal' people! Click h...
Jan 18, 2019•50 min•Ep. 39
